A porch-sipping, beach-cruising, shag-dancing key in of trip.
It’s time for aporch-sipping, beach-cruising, shag-dancing pop in of getaway.
Here are the 15 best South Carolina beaches to visit now.

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Doesn’t sound half-bad, huh?
Then, head toElla & Ollie’sfor phenomenal Lowcountry seafood dishes.
Enjoy an old-school island experience at the oceanfront Sea View Inn, established in 1937.

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On the remote island, you won’t find any high-rise condos or big-box stores.
Sullivan’s Island is a quiet, Lowcountry jewel with stunning beach houses in gracious lines along protected beaches.
This hidden gem is a thoughtful mix of preserved nature and modern-day adventure.

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Flip-flops and salty hair are always welcome on the restaurant’s generous front porch.
Spend a day shelling, sunning, surfing, or searching for shark teeth.
When you’re ready to refuel, head to Chico Feo for colorful and creative bites.

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Myrtle Beach
We couldn’t leave out this family-favorite spot.
Anchoring a 60-mile stretch of Grand Strand waterfront communities, Myrtle Beach is for those who want something extra.
But, sorry, you still have to, for old time’s sake.

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As the state’s most visited state park, Hunting Island draws in thousands of visitors each year.
At this state park, you’re never far from the shore.

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